Sharks nature's perfect hunter

Reviewed by: Terri Bauld - Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, Kennebunkport, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: September 17, 2018

Review

The Science Comic Series book #9 features the ocean's #1 predator -- Sharks. Exploring the history of sharks from over 400 million years ago to the present time, this informational graphic novel provides detailed information on a wide range of sharks. From the scary great white, the gentle nurse shark, the bull shark that can live in both salt and fresh water, to many other different types of shark, the information is presented in an easy to understand manner. The detailed illustration provide many facts without overwhelming the reader. A wide range of information is included on shark's undersea terrain, their adaptability, their biology and behavior and what makes a shark and how they evolved. Also included are mistaken facts about sharks, how they are misunderstood and what can be done to help protect them.

The backpages include a glossary, illustrated pages of the Shark family tree, and an interesting page titled -- Don't Say "shark attack"-- that proposes that journalists avoid using the inflammatory phrase "shark attack". Suggested alternative phrases are listed that detail the various shark events. The foreward pages written by a marine conversation biologist and science blogger stress that sharks are in trouble and need help.

An excellent resource for young readers who want to learn more about sharks.

Overall Book Score: very good